Commanders tight end Logan Thomas still not sure of playing in Week 1

Whether it’s this week or next, Logan Thomas is close to a return.

When the Washington Commanders activated tight end Logan Thomas from the physically unable to perform list late in training camp last month, there was optimism he’d be ready to play in Week 1.

Thomas has been back on the practice field with his teammates, going through individual drills and participating in other drills. Thomas has maintained Week 1 was the goal, but there were no guarantees.

The Commanders returned to practice Monday ahead of their Week 1 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Thomas was on the field with his teammates.

After practice, Thomas spoke to reporters and offered an update on his status for Week 1, per John Keim of ESPN. On his status, Thomas said he was looking at “this week or next.”

As for any limitations, Thomas offered the following update: “Still feel things here and there, but not anything that affects the way I play.”

Fortunately for Washington, John Bates, Cole Turner and Armani Rogers all appear healthy. Keeping Thomas on the sideline for the first week or two is the right decision for the Commanders if all sides agree Thomas isn’t quite ready for Week 1.

Thomas certainly looks ready.

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